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Conductor Syndrome

When a person listens to an intense and/or awesome soundtrack or song (whether it be video game music, opera, or classical), and they get so pumped and psyched by the music itself. That they go to the extent of pretending to have a composing baton in their hand, and pretend to a have their own ensemble of which they pretend to fictionally conduct music by. Flailing of the arms in a Conductor-esc. manner and the jerking of the head are only a few of the symptoms.
Person #1: "Hey dude, look at that guy over there. He's just swinging his arms around and jerking his head around. The lad looks like an absolute madman! Mate!"

Person #2: "He's either suffering from Conductor Syndrome , or he is a complete madman."

Person #1: " What's 'Conductor Syndrome?'

Person #2: " A supposed 'syndrome' that affects fellows of whom are listening to classical, opera, video game, or composed music. That they become a pretend-composer and have an their own little pretend-ensemble of which they act like the composer to. It's honestly quite common, people do it because it gives them an extra boost of intensity in their bones."

Person #1: "Wow, never have I heard of such a thing. *Starts listening to Dark Souls soundtrack*:"

Person #2: "Wow! You're unconsciously doing it, and you've never even heard of it ."

Person #1: "Wait, how is this possible?"

Person #2: "Well, look at that! You're a natural! Anyways, seeyah!"

Person #1: "K, seeyah!"
by GopnikGavin May 11, 2020
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This is the actual comprehensive definition of TDS / Trump Derangement Syndrome.
(All the other definitions appear to be people just throwing mud at each other.)

TDS is a blend of psychological phenomena related to bias, prejudice, and cognitive distortion. It was coined Trump Derangement Syndrome due to the extreme hatred of Donald Trump by the managerial class/establishment and the NPCs and/or low information voters that follow their command.

TL:DR
In simple terms, this phenomenon occurs when someone is so biased that they interpret everything from a person or thing they dislike in the most negative way possible. For instance, if you wave hello and say good morning, they might think your friendly gestures are actually hidden insults or ominous threats. It's a form of "persecutory paranoia" and/or "hostile attribution bias".

Projection issues for those suffering from TDS:
People with TDS often see any neutral or positive stance as covert support for the person they hate, assuming that those who don't share their negative view are hidden supporters. This reinforces their paranoia and resistance to differing viewpoints.

These factors create a syndrome where hatred or bias blinds people to objective information and critical thinking, leading them to embrace propaganda, avoid independent analysis, and cling to their negative views.
Examples of TDS, Trump Derangement Syndrome:

Simple Example: Sarah, who dislikes John, interprets his friendly “Good morning” and smile as a disguised insult. She believes he’s mocking her, even though his intentions are completely harmless.

Real Life Example: Destiny (YouTube) is a prime example of someone exhibiting extreme TDS (Trump Derangement Syndrome). (Also see: The Rationalization Hamster)
by ApplesPotatoGardner August 20, 2024
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sensitive throat syndrome (s.t.s)

the burning feeling you get in the back of your throat after smoking pot
I can't smoke anymore, I have sensitive throat syndrome (s.t.s) .
by C.Nebula September 22, 2017
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Tiesto Syndrome

To be under the influence of alcohol (i.e. wasted) to the point where it is easier to admit to an individual an attraction or lust that would normally not be conveyed when sober.
"I was suffering from Tiesto Syndrome when I sent those texts."
by Caucannica June 16, 2015
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Captain Hook Syndrome

Captain Hook Syndrome is essentially when a person misses a particular enemy he had to fight in the past. Named after the titalur Character: Captain Hook when he missed his foe Peter Pan in the 1991 film: Hook.
Example 1:
Person 1: You know, as much as I hated the Brony Fandom I kinda miss seeing them around everywhere so I could troll them.

Person 2: Heh, sounds like you have Captain Hook Syndrome.

Example 2:

"It took two eventful tours in Vietnam, a handful of medals, a knee full of shrapnel, and an honorable discharge before the unthinkable happened: Bill ran out of wars. But now an army of infected has declared war on humanity. After decades of aimless drifting and dead-end jobs, Bill's finally gotten back the only thing he ever wanted: an enemy to fight." - Bill's Biography, Left 4 Dead
by SocialJusticeHamster November 20, 2021
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Fredo Syndrome

When a woman barely glances at you as she walks by you at the grocery store and you get a fat fucking rock hard god cock, and proceed to stalk her until she screams and runs away.
Dude 1: Hey bro, you ever just like think a girl is attracted to you when you notice they look at you?

Dude 2: *Engage Fredo Syndrome*

Dude 2: Yeah, I saw this girl at the store when I noticed her looking at me, I could tell that she was totally eye-fucking me bro. She wanted this Fredo-dick.
by Crogert March 26, 2021
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grower syndrome

Lead Cannabis growers working for a cannabis business who become defensive , possessive, and egotistical about “their” plants.
They were unwilling to be a team player, because they had developed grower syndrome.
by CoatofCats July 1, 2022
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